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Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-03-05 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2023 OR ☐ Transition report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Commission file number 1-8551 Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation o ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-02-28 17:18
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for the first quarter were $515 million, reflecting a 9% decline compared to the previous year [102] - Adjusted gross margin was 21.8%, down from 22.4% year-over-year, impacted by a 470 basis point increase in incentives and concessions [70] - Adjusted pre-tax income was $19 million, compared to $36 million last year, with net income also decreasing from $25 million to $19 million [77] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The cancellation rate improved to 30% of gross contracts in the first quarter, down from 41% in the previous quarter [6] - The number of Quick Move-In (QMI) homes sold increased to about 60% of total sales, up from 40% historically, indicating a shift in consumer preference [110] - The company ended the quarter with 132 communities open for sale, with a lot count of 29,123 lots, a decrease from previous periods [11][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The number of existing homes for sale in the U.S. is currently 870,000, less than half of the historical average of over 2 million homes [8] - Monthly contracts per community showed a positive trend, increasing from 1.2 in November to 3.4 by February [78] - The company has a five-and-a-half-year supply of controlled land, with 73% controlled in fiscal 2021 or earlier [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on increasing inventory turnover and mitigating land risk by controlling lots primarily through option contracts [13] - A strategy to enhance affordability includes offering various customer incentives, such as below-market mortgage rates and discounts on options [9] - The management team is optimistic about the current sales environment and expects better financial performance for the remainder of the year [21][36] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that despite rising mortgage rates, consumer demand appears to be stabilizing, with buyers adjusting their expectations [22][27] - The company plans to continue monitoring mortgage rate movements and the actions of the Federal Reserve, while maintaining a focus on long-term housing market fundamentals [36] - Financial guidance for the second quarter anticipates total revenues between $525 million and $625 million, with adjusted gross margins of 21% to 22.5% [32] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 7% of its outstanding shares for $17 million, indicating confidence in its stock valuation [14][28] - The SG&A ratio is expected to increase due to higher wages and advertising spend, with an anticipated range of 13% to 14% of total revenue [94] - The company has retired $394 million of debt since fiscal 2019 and extended its revolving credit facility maturity to June 30, 2024 [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about buyer enthusiasm and incentives - Management noted that fewer existing homes available for sale and adjusted buyer expectations have contributed to increased sales momentum, despite rising rates [27] Question: Clarification on stock buyback - The company confirmed a $17 million stock buyback over the last two quarters, with plans to monitor market conditions for potential future repurchases [28][30] Question: Land market pricing adjustments - Management indicated that land sellers are becoming more realistic about pricing, leading to increased transactions as the market improves [43][44] Question: Demand for build-to-order products - Demand for both build-to-order and Quick Move-In homes has increased, with a noted shift towards more QMI sales [46][47] Question: Pricing power differences between product types - Management highlighted that build-to-order products currently have better margins compared to Quick Move-In homes, which tend to have more incentives [58]
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2022-12-18 16:00
☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended OCTOBER 31, 2022 Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 1-8551 Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 22-1851059 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organiza ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2022-12-08 22:50
8027 Review of Financial Results Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2022 Forward-Looking Statements 2 Note: All statements in this presentation that are not historical facts should be considered as "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of the "Safe Harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-12-08 22:48
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:HOV) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call December 8, 2022 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Ara Hovnanian - Chairman, President and CEO Larry Sorsby - EVP and CFO Brad O’Connor - SVP, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer Jeff O’Keefe - VP, IR Conference Call Participants Alan Ratner - Zelman & Associates Alex Barron - Housing Research Center Operator Good morning, and thank you for joining us today for Hovnanian Enterprises Fiscal 2022 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call. ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2022-09-05 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2022 OR ☐ Transition report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Commission file number 1-8551 Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or O ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2022-09-01 15:04
Review of Financial Results Third Quarter Fiscal 2022 Forward-Looking Statements Note: All statements in this presentation that are not historical facts should be considered as "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of the "Safe Harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2022-06-05 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2022 OR ☐ Transition report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Commission file number 1-8551 Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-06-01 18:31
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:HOV) Q2 2022 Results Conference Call June 1, 2022 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Jeff O’Keefe - VP, IR Ara Hovnanian - Chairman, President and CEO Larry Sorsby - EVP and CFO Brad O’Connor - SVP, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer Conference Call Participants Alan Ratner - Zelman & Associates Alex Barron - Housing Research Center Kwaku Abrokwah - Goldman Sachs Operator Good morning and thank you for joining us today for Hovnanian Enterprises Fiscal 2022 Second Quarter ...
Hovnanian Enterprises(HOV) - 2022 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2022-06-01 17:55
Review of Financial Results Second Quarter Fiscal 2022 Forward-Looking Statements Note: All statements in this presentation that are not historical facts should be considered as "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of the "Safe Harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future ...